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PowerTex India (Comprehensive Scheme for Powerloom Sector Development)

Ministry of Textiles comprehensive modernization scheme providing capital subsidies for in-situ powerloom upgrading, group worksheds, and solar power.

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Official Nodal Portal:texmin.nic.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Min age 18 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 All India
Government Levelcentral Government
Administering BodyMinistry of Textiles
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction
All India

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Substantial capital subsidies across nine components: in-situ upgradation of plain powerlooms with automated attachments (up to 50% subsidy up to ₹20,000 per loom; up to 90% for SC/ST weavers); group workshed scheme providing 40% to 90% subsidy for constructing modern shed infrastructure; and solar energy support offering up to 50% to 90% capital subsidy (up to ₹3.75 Lakh) for installing on-grid/off-grid solar power systems.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹487 Crore allocated under decentralized powerloom development outlays

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 2.5 Lakh powerloom units upgraded and thousands of solar powerloom installations commissioned

As of: 2026-01-31PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:Minimum 18 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:Powerloom weaver, Textile artisan, Powerloom cooperative society, Weaver entrepreneur
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Individual powerloom weavers, partnerships, and weaver cooperatives owning not more than 8 looms per weaver.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for PowerTex India (Comprehensive Scheme for Powerloom Sector Development). Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

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•100% digital online application process
•3 mandatory supporting documents required

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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  1. 1

    Powerloom weavers or weaver consortiums submit application to the Regional Office of the Textile Commissioner.

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    Weavers must hold an authorized Textile Commissioner Yarn Card or Udyam registration.

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    Technical officer inspects powerloom unit and verifies baseline machinery.

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    In-principle approval issued, and weaver procures approved indigenous attachment kits or solar setups.

  5. 5

    Joint physical inspection conducted and capital subsidy released directly into the weaver bank account via DBT.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Non-powerloom decentralized units, units with unregistered shuttleless looms exceeding allowed capacity, or failure to submit matching contribution.

Official Government Application Portal

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Verified Guidance

Expert Application Tips & Practical Advice

Field-tested recommendations from administrative grievance circulars to avoid rejections and processing stalls.

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processTo apply for PowerTex India (Comprehensive Scheme for Powerloom Sector Development), initiate your application on the official portal at https://texmin.nic.in. Verify procedure: Powerloom weavers or weaver consortiums submit application to the Regional Office of the Textile Commissioner. Confirm all personal and bank details align with departmental records before final submission.
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documentsFor PowerTex India (Comprehensive Scheme for Powerloom Sector Development), keep clear and legible scanned digital copies of mandatory documents (Powerloom Permit / Udyam Registration / Yarn Passbook, Aadhaar Card and Caste Certificate (for SC/ST enhanced subsidy), Bank Passbook and Quotations from Empanelled Machinery Vendors) ready in PDF or JPEG format within prescribed portal size limits before starting your application on https://texmin.nic.in.
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common mistakesA frequent cause of rejection under PowerTex India (Comprehensive Scheme for Powerloom Sector Development) is submitting mismatched personal details between Powerloom Permit / Udyam Registration / Yarn Passbook and your Aadhaar record, or providing an unseeded bank account. Verify active NPCI/DBT bank mapper linkage and valid certificate numbers on https://texmin.nic.in.
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trackingAfter successfully submitting your application for PowerTex India (Comprehensive Scheme for Powerloom Sector Development), securely save your permanent Application Reference Number (ARN) or digital acknowledgement receipt. Use this reference number on https://texmin.nic.in to track scrutiny, verification, and sanction milestones.

Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

What is the in-situ upgradation subsidy under PowerTex India?

General category weavers receive 50% subsidy (up to ₹20,000 per loom), while SC weavers receive 75% and ST weavers receive 90% subsidy for upgrading plain looms.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Is solar power supported under PowerTex India?

Yes, the scheme provides 50% to 90% capital subsidy for installing on-grid or off-grid solar PV plants for decentralized powerloom units.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is the nodal implementing authority for PowerTex India?

The Office of the Textile Commissioner (O/o TxC), Mumbai, through its network of regional Powerloom Service Centres (PSCs).

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for PowerTex India (Comprehensive Scheme for Powerloom Sector Development)?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for PowerTex India (Comprehensive Scheme for Powerloom Sector Development). Age: min 18 years. Conditions: Individual powerloom weavers, partnerships, and weaver cooperatives owning not more than 8 looms per weaver..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my PowerTex India (Comprehensive Scheme for Powerloom Sector Development) application status?

Application status for PowerTex India (Comprehensive Scheme for Powerloom Sector Development) can typically be tracked through the official portal at texmin.nic.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my PowerTex India (Comprehensive Scheme for Powerloom Sector Development) payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving PowerTex India (Comprehensive Scheme for Powerloom Sector Development) benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Non-powerloom decentralized units, units with unregistered shuttleless looms exceeding allowed capacity, or failure to submit matching contribution.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typecsOfficial Source ↗
2026-09-21initial_verificationBaseline verification of PowerTex India components: in-situ loom upgradation (50-90%), solar energy installation subsidy, and Textile Commissioner oversight.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous application processing through Regional Powerloom Service Centres (PSCs)

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 7d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionEasy to Access

Apply online with minimal documents

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 2.5 Lakh powerloom units upgraded and thousands of solar powerloom installations commissioned (as of 2026-01-31)
₹₹487 Crore allocated under decentralized powerloom development outlays budget allocation
📅Running since 2017
🔄2 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

cs

Official Source ↗
2026-09-21initial_verification

Baseline verification of PowerTex India components: in-situ loom upgradation (50...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Office of the Textile Commissioner, Ministry of Textiles

Nishta Bhawan, 48 New Marine Lines, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020

Helpline: 022-22001050

Jurisdiction: National (All-India)

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